Taurus

Taurus people have regal taste. They love luxury, art, food, and culture. Unique culinary, cities with famous food and drinks and culture-rich plus  cosmopolitan aura will  make Taurus people really into it. 

Gemini

Gemini is impatient and unpredictable. They always want to absorb the culture from the place that they visit. They also love shopping, buying some souvenirs from the place they visit. The temperament of Gemini is fluctuating. Once they craving for peace and serenity but suddenly they want dazzling places so badly. So, the cities or places that have dual atmosphere is the best place for Gemini to visit. 

Cancer

Cancer people are sensitive and emotional. Since they always look the connectivity between their emotion with the place they plan to visit, Cancer people prefer to visit places that secure and comfortable. Places with historical significance are in their top list. But, oh don't forget! Since Cancer is water sign so they would really love places around water bodies.

Leo

Leo loves something glitz and grand. And glamour. They loves something adventurous in an extra ordinary way and Leo always wants to be a leader in every single moment.

Trekking or skiing in marginal places will be the option for them. Cities with throbbing night lives yet cultural underbellies are perfect getaways for Leo people. 

Capricorn's people are usually love everything ellegant and stylish! So they would like a luxury and comfort destination. As an organized people, there is no change for Capricorn to travel unprepared or unplanned. They don't usually ask an adventurous trip or a backpack trip. They prefer a cozy and comfortable trip. 

Aquarius

As an Aquarius, their free spirit is important and will influence them in making a decission for their destination. Aquarius need rich and varied experience from the trip. Based on this, an adventurous trip will be the good option for an Aquarius. Diving, snorkling, wildlife adventure could be the option. A place or a destination with unique characteristic, unique people or unique culture is another option to choose.

Pisces

Pisces is usually emotional and sensitive. They love a place with a tranquil ambiance. They also artistic in nature so they like an artistic place. Beach is the place they would love in a first place. Cities that have galleries or museums might steal their attention.

Aries

Aries is usually people who energetic and adventurous in nature. They seem like they have unlimited energy. A destination with a lot of thing to explore is the best option for them. 

MRT has been my favorite public transport since the first time I traveling abroad. I love MRT more than bus. So..if the city/place I've visited has MRT as their public transport...I always use it.
It's cheap...than taxi off course, more rapid, and avoiding you from traffic jam...

MRT RULES

1. don't eat and drink inside MRT
2. let passengers out first a
3. always give your seat to pregnant woman, kids, and old people 
4. check your belonging before leaving MRT

Packing things in a limit space is not easy. I need some tricks to pack clothes, toiletries, and other things that I need during traveling in a not-so-big backpack. T-shirts are rolled. Bring very little. Sandal or flip-flop is in backpack (not shoes!). Organize your staff in a smart way. If you bring jacket, wear it! Don't put the jacket in your backpack because, you know, the jacket is thick. It will consumes space.

Happy travel light! 

As a top destination #2 in Indonesia, Yogyakarta has so many places to see and to do. From mountain to beaches. From cultures to culinary. That's why many travelers love to visit Yogya as their travel destination.

Yogya is a cheap destination, comparing to other destination in Indonesia. So, for budget traveler or backpacker, Yogyakarta is one of the perfect place to travel..

WHERE TO STAY

Sosrowijayan, absolutely! It's backpacker's area. Next to Malioboro - the most famous place in Yogyakarta - and main destinations such as: Vredeburg, Sultan Palace, etc.

But if you need more quiet place combine with low budget hotels, then you can stay at Prawirotaman.

The two famous, Borobudur and Prambanan...everybody already knew! But there are so many temples/candi that you can see in Yogya and surrounding. Candi Ijo, Ratu Boko, Candi Plaosan, Candi Gebang, Candisari, Candi barong, Candi Sambisari, Candi Kalasan, Candi Mendut....they have their own beauty.

2. Beaches

Parangtritis and Depok in Bantul region is the two famous beach. But if you are looking for white sandy beach, go to the Gunung Kidul region! There are so many beaches there...some beaches are categorized as 'virgin beach'. Drini, Siung, Ngobaran, Ngrenehan, Pok Tunggal, Wediombo are the beaches you could visit. Or you can go to Kulon Progo region to visit Trisik beach, Congot Beach, or Glagah Beach.

3. HERITAGE

Vredeburg, Sultan Palace, Ulen Sentalu Museum, and Pakualaman are the option. Kotagede in south of jogja is the urban heritage destination that surely will make you amazed. If you interest in tombs, you could visit the royal tomb at Imogiri.

WHAT TO Do

1. Shopping

From batik till craft. You can have them in cheap price at Beringharjo Market. Or you can visit Mirota Batik. Actually, in Kulon Progo, there is Kampung Batik at Lendah.

2. HERITAGE TRAIL

There is heritage trail program in Kotagede

3. LAVA TOUR

Exploring Mt. Merapi after its erruption.

4. CULINARY

Enjoy the local food. Gudeg, kipo (you can find at Kotagede), or you can try 'angkringan' next to Tugu train station. One of the local restaurant you should visit is BU AGENG restaurant at Tirtodipuran. The owner is the famous artist in Indonesia: Butet Kartaredjasa.

If you love chocolate, you can stop at Monggo Chocolate shop at Kotagede or Tirtodipuran.

GETTING AROUND

You could use becak (pedicab), trans jogja (public bus), or you can rent motorcycle (recommend) or rent a car!

Saigon (now known as Ho Chi Minh City) is a city that many travelers want to visit. It's in south vietnam, the rich-culture city and the 'east-meet-west' city that extremely unique. It's not so modern city, comparing to Singapore, even to Malaysia. But,    I'm sure you will absolutely in love with this city.

WHAT TO DO

From one french colonial building to others..yes....you will find a lot of french colonial buildings here. Notredame Cathedral, Saigon Opera House, The Central Post Office, The City Hall are the examples. You can visit the museums. As recommended by other travelers, War Remnants Museum is the must visited museum. Ho Chi Minh museum is another interesting museum. Beside the two museums I've mentioned before, there are several museums you can visit, like fine art museum, Vietnam History Museum, Revolutionary Museum, and Duc Minh Museum. 

Don't forget to visit the Reunification Palace..that is the president palace. 

Cu Chi Tunnel is another destination you must visit. You can get amazing experiences there. Shoot with AK 147 or down the tunnel.

If  you tired with all history things, then jump to one day tour of Mekong Delta Cruise and enjoy the nature of Vietnam. 

For shopaholic.....Saigon is the best place for shopping. Unique souvenirs, ao dai (vietnam traditional clothes for woman), ethnic bag... There are so many stuff you can buy in a cheap price. Ben Tanh Market and De Tham Street are the place you can visit if you want to go for shopping.

WHAT TO EAT

You must try the street food. With only VND 20.000 (about US$2) you can have Saigon street food. Pho, is the dish you must buy. It's like a noodle soup with meat and vegetables. Pho 2000 is the famous restaurant in Saigon.

For halal food, you can go to Halal Saigon near the Saigon Mosque.

Don't forget to try Vietnam coffee. Trung Nguyen Coffee shop in Le Loi Street is the cozy place for having Vietnam coffee.

WHERE TO SLEEP

Pham Ngu Laon in district 1 is a tourist district. From hotel to hostel. You better stay there.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Just like in Bangkok, scam in Saigon is one thing you should consider. There are few bad stories about cyclo and taxies. In Saigon, the most recommended taxi is VINASUN. Make sure you have the taxi driver with the uniform (usually white shirt and a tie). Beware if you make a deal with cyclo driver. Better you write the price that has been agreed so you can use it if the cyclo driver intend to decieve you.

You’re in Changi and your flight turned out to be delayed for hours. Everything you have:  your books has been read, your music player is not interesting anymore, you are so bored playing with your gadget.....  So, if this situation happen to you then what should you do????

Well, Changi has facilities to entertain you while you have to wait for hours for your flight.  Instead all cafes and duty free shops, actually there are some facilities that may cheer you up.

TERMINAL 1

At departure transit  lounge level 3, near kid’s playground, you will find this beautifull roof-top garden.  Cactus Garden   is a good place for relaxing while watching the plane take off or landing. Or having some drinks from the bar that located at this garden. Internet kiosk is your option. Enjoying free internet. But, it will be automatically shut down frequently. 

TERMINAL 2

Unlike Terminal 1, Terminal 2 has so many facilities that surely will entertain you while you were waiting for your flight. 

At departure transit lounge level 2 there is Orchid Garden, Fench Garden and Koi pond. At level 3 you will find Sunflower Garden. Enough with the gardens?? You can go to transit area behind  Lee Hwa Diamond Gallery. There you’ll find Xperience zone. At there you can enjoy tv ‘s programs  through large screen,  play at gaming zone, and more interesting activities are waiting for you there.  

TIPS TRAVELER

I was blessed for being solo traveler for several times. For me, it's a precious experience. And I won't hesitate for having this experience in my next trip.

Many people says that they afraid of being linely if they traveling alone. It's normal because I 've had that feeling too before my solo trip. But you won't know until you do it, rite? So, why do you let your fear stopping you from having your amazing trip???

Here, I will give you some tips so you can enjoy your solo trip without feeling lonely.

Please stay at hostel and pick the dorm for your accomodation. The dorm is the first place you may find your new friend. Who knows your roommates have some important information that usefull for you. Or...maybe you can join with them and having trip together!!

It doesn't mean you have to be their best friend. Just having a chit chat with other people at hostel.

When I visit Tanjungpinang, I met a family while I was waiting for pompong to cross to Pulau Penyengat. We talked and from them I got so many information about their tradition, cultures, history, and a lot of things that make my trip easier. The best thing is they agree I am joining with them during my trip to Pulau Penyengat. So, getting involve with locals is one thing you should do while you were traveling alone.

So...who say that being solo traveler means lonely????

Singapore is the one of friendliest place for backpacking. Especially for the beginners. The country isn't big, good public transportation, very organized country, and lot of hostels there. Most people there can speak english....although sometimes they use their singlish and it takes a second or two to understand it.

Singapore is the best place for shoppers. From famous boutiques till independent boutique with local labels. From the most-expensive stuff to the cheapest stuff.

Orchard rd, bugis bazaar, bugis junction, mustafa, haji lane, suntec, and vivo will make you shop till you drop!!

Alternative shopping place??? What about thieves market or flea market??

Don't like shopping??? Then culinary!! Chili crab is the must-to-try food. Cheap food? Go to bugis at night...there are a lot of food stalls there. Or you can go to Arab street, Little India or Chinatown.

Going to museums or theme parks are recommended too. Spend a day at Sentosa Island or make your own museum tour. It will be fun

Need fresh air and simething natural?? Pulau ubin is the answer. It's the last kampoong in Singapore. Cycling around the island for a day...

Or...just take a walk at Chinatown or little India...and see the cultures

Seeing Singapore from Singapore Flyer or Marina Sands Park is awesome too!!!

For backpackers...there are a lot of hawker food in Singapore. At Bugis and Chinatown, you can eat under S$ 7 including drink. Or you can go to Arab street and having fried noodle or fried rice with ice tea and you have to pay not more than S$ 7.

At lavender street you can find food court that sells cheap food. Or behind Lavender MRT station, there is a small Malay cafe called TM cafe.

Newton foodcourt is one of tourist destination for culinary. But it's more expensive than other hawker food.

Singapore has a large amount of backpacker hostel. The cheapest rate is about S$23 for dorm.

Backpacking in Singapore is fun. Good public transportation, a large variety of cheap food, and a lot of backpack hostel will easier us as a backpacker. Here is some points you should know:

Sometimes..when you are traveling...you may trap in this situation. Your plane is delay for hours, you are alone, or you have to overnight at airport...

Traveling with groups  sometimes makes me exhausted. I have to be very tolerant with my travelmates. Maybe there is someone who doesn't have the same interest, passion, or stamina with me. They don't love beach...but I do. They love shopping more than anything....I do love shopping but I love exploring the unique part of the country I've visited more than anything.

But, traveling alone is not my style too. Cause I have the spirit of narcism, so I need someone to take a picture of me. And I don't believe to strangers to take a picture of me. What if he or she steals my camera...??\

For me, traveling with my buddies - I usually called them my travel soulmates - is the best I can do. We have the same passion and interest and stamina.... okay..maybe not really the same... but.. traveling with them is so comfort.

Choosing the right hotel/hostel is not easy. Sometimes, all information in their website is different from the real condition. Here is some tips you must do before you choose your hotel/hostel and booked it.

1. Choose the hotel/hostel that suitable with your criteria: your budget and the condition. Just find it through internet. You can find through hostelbookers.com, agoda, or from other hotel/hostel directory. Choose at least more than two options.

2. Now, you already have some hotel/hostel options. All you need is to find any review about your hotel/hostel. You can find it from trip advisor or maybe you can googling it. This review is important because it will tell us about the real condition from people who ever stay there.

3. After read some reviews....please...write an email for the owner of the hotel/hostel. Ask everything you want to know. How to get there, their policies, about the neighbourhood.

4. Then...choose the best one and booked it immidiately.

Another important thing you should consider before you booked the hotel/hostel is the location. Make sure the hotel/hostel is easy to reach, near with mrt station, and at least near with 24hrs convenience store (like 7eleven).

HOW TO BOOK THE HOSTEL
After you decide your hostel, I suggest you to book the hostel first rather than 'go show', especially if you plan a trip on holiday or peak season. Some hostels provide booking page in their website, while others are not. So, you can book the hostel through website that provide hostel booking service. I recommend hostelworld because they 100% trusted and...have app for smartphone (android and ios) so it easier for me if I have to book hostel while I'm not in front of my laptop.

1. Use the low cost airlines and always keep an eye if there is a promo. Be their fan page or member. Usually, they will send email to their member if they have promo.
2. Assume that you have already got the ticket and the visa....so it's time to hunting the hostel. Hostel/bed and breakfast is the best choice. Sometimes bed and breakfast is a little bit more expensive than hostel. If you don't mind to sleep with strangers...choose hostel. Dormitory is always the cheapest option, especially if you traveling alone.
3. So, you already knew about how much to spend for ticket and hostel. But, with your low budget, you have to know about the living cost during your trip. How much you have to spend for food and for transportation. If you have relatives or maybe your friends ever visit there, they are a good source to know about living cost. You can ask them how the standard price of the food. But if you don't know anybody who's ever been there...you can use the internet. You can browse about where you can buy the cheap food, about the transportation - usually there is a card (just like rapid pass in KL or Singapore Tourist pass) that can use for all transportation modes (but...not available for TAXI off course). You just have to choose....for a day, 3 days, a week, or a month!
4. Yeey!!! You almost finish calculating your priority budget while you were on trip. Well....it's time to browse about the destination. Museums, park, theme park, beaches......Some destinations (like theme park and museums) need entry fee. Others...like beaches....is free!!
5. Now...after calculating...you will know how much you have to spend for your priority needs during your traveling. If it doesn't meet with your budget...you have to find the cheaper hostel, or maybe you just forget about visiting theme park. Or....you can compare between using public transport or renting motorbike for example (especially if you intend to stay more than a week there)